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I went to the dr about 2 wks ago and was given a steroid shot and a z pack but my sore throat has returned and i have lost my voice again as well.....

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Dr. Steven T Kmucha MD JD FACS answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Otolaryngologist: Your symptoms are likely NOT infectious in nature, therefore antibiotics will likely have little or no long-term benefit. Please get a thorough evaluation from an otolaryngologist

Dr Modi and another doctor agreed

Answered 11/28/2017

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